Tooting Newsie Weekly Newsletter
Tuff Nutterz returns to Tooting, meet Sprout's Artist in Residence, local library news, walks and more this week in Tooting!
The UK's biggest inflatable obstacle course is BACK AT TOOTING COMMON this weekend! Tuff Nutterz brings their 300 metre long course (with a 6m tall slide) back to Tooting, 9th-17th August, after its huge success the last two years!
Fun, challenges and laughter are in store for the whole family – the course is suitable for all ages, so gather your family and friends for an epic adventure!
The colossal inflatable maze is packed with fun and challenging obstacles to complete, including massive slides, climbing walls, hanging rails, balance balls and more!
There'll also be delicious food and drink, including burgers and hot dogs, pastries, cakes, hot and cold drinks and more (veggie options available) – and you’re also welcome to bring your own picnic!
Sessions last 1 hour and 45 minutes, giving you loads of time to explore. Get ready to climb, jump, and slide your way to victory!
Don't miss out on this incredible family fun event! More info and booking via Tuff Nutterz.
Meet Ken McCalla, the current Artist in Residence at Furzedown's Sprout Arts!
Ken and artist Alvin Kofi (finalist in Sky's Portrait Artist of the Year) both grew up in Tooting (they met at Ernest Bevin Academy and have been friends every since), and held an In Conversation event on Saturday night with an appreciative and lively audience.
Ken (who carved Sprout's totem pole) will be in Sprout all August, creating a new range of prints. He’s happy for people to drop in to witness his creative process up close.
Ken is also running 6 FREE print workshops, which are open to everyone (supported by Welcome to Wandsworth & The Arts Council).
At the end of his residency, on Sat 30th August, 5pm-8pm, Ken will host a special Peer Collaboration Event, featuring artists & performers.
More info via sproutarts.com
📍 74 Moyser Road SW16 6SQ
There's lots going on for all ages in libraries across Wandsworth (including Tooting) in August, including South Asian Heritage Month events, meet the author events, storytelling, kids' activities, art, and so much more! Full list of activities and libraries via Better.
Mushkil Aasaan at 220 Upper Tooting Road is hosting Monday Fun Days every Monday, 10.30am-2.30pm, with activities, games and more (including a free halal meal) – see image or call Mushkil Aasaan on 020 8672 6581 for more info.
Mushkil Aasaan is one of many Wandsworth Community Spaces for residents who are looking for a friendly space to engage, and in some cases share a drink or meal, with others. More info via Wandsworth Council.
The Wandsworth Disabled People's Forum Online Launch Event takes place on Wednesday 13th August, 1pm-2.30pm.
Organised by Ruils, the event will cover the same information and activities that took place at their recent in-person event, so that those who couldn’t attend the in-person event has a say.
All are welcome to attend, including local Disability organisations and groups, professionals and carers.
Info and registration here. Alternatively, contact the team by emailing campaigning@ruils.co.uk
Registration closes Monday 11th August.
Tootin' Tidy's next litter pick takes place on Tooting Common this Sunday, 10th August – meet by the café at 11am! All litter picking supplies are provided, it’s family friendly, and dogs are welcome too.
More info via @tootin.tidy (Instagram).
Tooting-based Property Advisor Chuk, of Homes with Chuk, is helping clients discover the area with perks cards for local businesses – including Blueprint Café, who have 2 branches in Tooting!
He tells us, “There are a number of delightful independent coffee shops in Tooting and I absolutely love my vanilla oat latte from Blueprint to kickstart my working day.
“I've lost count of the amount of times potential buyers or tenants have finished a viewing with me and asked where they can pick up a coffee (or a Matcha!) before they head off to their next appointment.
“So, I’ve teamed up with Blueprint to offer our very own 'Welcome' card! If you need that little boost before embarking on a round of appointments, or you’re mooching about the Broadway, or heading to the Common for a leisurely stroll (they even have doggie treats!), then picking up a drink from Blueprint makes total sense.
“Your first drink is free – as is your 6th – and you can pop along to either their Tooting Bec (60 Franciscan Road) or Tooting Broadway (162a Mitcham Road) cafés.
“And, don’t forget – we also offer a perks card for Tooting cocktail bar, Goldfinch!”
Contact Chuk for more info – email chuk.agudosi@theagencyuk.com, call 020 8092 0200, or pop into Tooting Works at 89 Bickersteth Road and ask for him at reception!
Chuk Agudosi is a personal local property advisor, in partnership with The Agency UK.
Always great to have a wander along the Tooting stretch of the Wandle River! This particular part runs from Plough Lane (just a minute's walk from AFC Wimbledon) to Earlsfield, but the whole Wandle Trail covers a 12.5-mile (20 km) walking and cycling route along the River Wandle from Croydon to Wandsworth.
The trail takes in local spots like Merton Abbey Mills and Deen City Farm & Riding School at Colliers Wood. It's packed with wildlife with lots of stops along the way to rest, eat and drink!
More info via Wikipedia.
If you're looking to join a community walk in Tooting this weekend, Walk and Talk Wandsworth meet every Saturday at the Tooting Common café for a FREE and fun walk, starting at 10:30am!
They welcome new walkers (and dogs!) each week, and it's always a different mix of people.
There's no need to book, just meet at the cafe and be ready to set off at 10:30am. Look out for the green t-shirts and rucksacks, and say hello!
More info via their website.
Flashback to 1988 and the histopathology laboratory at Tooting's St George's University! This great picture is from a prospectus in 1988 showcasing all the new technology at the time used at the medical school for prospective students. Histopathology is the diagnosis and study of diseases of the tissues, and involves examining tissues and/or cells under a microscope.
The first pathological laboratory was built at St George’s Medical School around the 1880s (when St George’s was still at Hyde Park Corner), although microscopic examination of tissues was done long before that – St George’s post mortem records, dating from 1841-1946, show the gradual increase in the use of microscopes, which were gradually incorporated into standard post mortem practice.
You can find out more via Museum and Archives, St George's, University of London.
📷 Archives & Special Collections, St George’s, University of London
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